🌱 IncubatorUniversity
UCL Hatchery
Run by UCL (University College London)|Backed by UCL
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Application deadline
30 August 2026
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Does your startup fit this programme?
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Investment
None (no cash) — no equity
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Cohort
2-year equity-free incubator; Autumn 2026 cohort starts 15 Oct 2026; intakes twice yearly
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Location
London (UCL campus)
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Instrument
None
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Region
London
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What they look for
UCL students, staff, and recent alumni with early-stage ventures. Any sector. Must demonstrate innovation and commitment to building a company.
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What to expect
12-month incubator, subsidised office space, mentoring, investor network, UCL IP support
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Team requirements
At least one UCL student, graduate or staff member in the founding team
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Notable alumni
RealVNC, Xaar, Autifony
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Recent news
Applications open 1 Jun–30 Aug 2026
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